Material:
Upper: Suede leather with Tepor membrane
Insole: Textile (removable)
Sole: Rubber
What we like about this shoe:
Wide toe box
Thin and flexible sole
Zero drop (completely flat sole without elevation at heel or toe)
Low shoe weight
Waterproof shoe that is suitable for play in all weather
Fit:
Width: Suitable for a normal to wide foot
Volume: Suitable for a normal to high foot
Beda’s fall and spring shoe for children is a well-crafted barefoot shoe of high quality that withstands play and rigorous use. The upper of the shoe is made of lightly brushed leather and is coated with a breathable waterproof Tepor membrane. The shaft is slightly higher, protecting the foot in all weather. Two Velcro straps make putting on and taking off the shoes easy. Reflectors are present at the back on the heel cup and on the Velcro at the front.
The fit of the shoe is adapted for most foot shapes but is best suited for feet that are of normal height to high. The toe box is wide so that the toes can spread out in a healthy way. The sole is completely flat, soft, and flexible, providing good ground contact and balance during the child’s play. The sole is made of durable rubber and offers good grip on various surfaces.
The combination of low shoe weight and barefoot characteristics makes these shoes very popular among children. The feeling is almost like being barefoot, yet the foot is protected in all weather.
The shoe is made in the Czech Republic (Vranovice) under strict European regulations concerning safety, health, and quality. Beda’s fall and spring shoe is available in the colors grey, yellow, red, pink, and green.
Tip: Treat the shoes with impregnation spray (e.g., Collonil Organic Protect & Care) before using them and regularly thereafter to protect them effectively against dirt and moisture.
Size chart:
To choose the right size, measure the child’s foot by placing the heel against a wall and measuring up to the longest toe. Add 1.2-1.7 cm to this foot measurement to get the right size according to the table below. I have verified the shoe measurements, but it's hard to get it exactly to the millimeter as the shoes give a little when measured. If you're between two numbers, choose the larger option.
Size 22: 13.8 cm
Size 23: 14.4 cm
Size 24: 15.0 cm
Size 25: 15.8 cm
Size 26: 16.4 cm
Size 27: 16.8 cm
Size 28: 17.6 cm
Size 29: 18.2 cm
Size 30: 18.8 cm
Size 31: 19.8 cm
Size 32: 20.4 cm
Size 33: 20.8 cm
Size 34: 21.6 cm
Size 35: 22.6 cm